{"id":1995,"date":"2025-10-20T05:55:45","date_gmt":"2025-10-20T05:55:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/?p=1995"},"modified":"2025-12-15T04:52:35","modified_gmt":"2025-12-15T04:52:35","slug":"i-20-form","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/i-20-form\/","title":{"rendered":"I-20 Form for International Students"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\">If you are thinking about studying in the USA, you must hear about the Form I-20.&nbsp; I-20 is a \u201cCertificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status\u201d. All the students having F and M to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/study-abroad\/usa\/\">study in the USA<\/a><\/strong> need an I-20 form. Once you are accepted by SEVP, you will get an I-20 form by DSO.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\">As an international student, terms like DSO, SEVP, and I-20 may be uncommon to you. If so, no need to be worried. This article will cover the I-20 form for international students and other important information regarding this. So, if you are planning to&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/study-abroad\/\">study abroad&nbsp;from Bangladesh<\/a><\/strong> in the USA, hopefully, this article is going to help you a lot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/i-20-form\/#What_is_an_I-20_form\" >What is an I-20 form?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/i-20-form\/#What_are_DSO_SEVIS_and_SEVP\" >What are DSO, SEVIS and SEVP?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/i-20-form\/#I-20_form_on_the_type_of_visa\" >I-20 form on the type of visa<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/i-20-form\/#Mandatory_information_on_an_I-20_form\" >Mandatory information on an I-20 form<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/i-20-form\/#Requirements_of_an_I-20_form\" >Requirements of an I-20 form<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/i-20-form\/#What_is_the_I-901_SEVIS_fee_and_why_do_you_have_to_pay_it\" >What is the I-901 SEVIS fee and why do you have to pay it?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/i-20-form\/#Documents_Required_to_Pay_the_SEVIS_Fee\" >Documents Required to Pay the SEVIS Fee<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/i-20-form\/#Who_is_Eligible_for_an_I-20_Form\" >Who is Eligible for an I-20 Form?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/i-20-form\/#How_do_you_get_an_I-20_form\" >How do you get an I-20 form?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/i-20-form\/#Is_it_possible_to_get_a_new_I-20_form\" >Is it possible to get a new I-20 form?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/i-20-form\/#Do_you_need_the_I-20_form_for_travel\" >Do you need the I-20 form for travel?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/i-20-form\/#Final_Words\" >Final Words<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/i-20-form\/#FAQ-Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQ-Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/i-20-form\/#What_is_an_I-20_form-2\" >What is an I-20 form?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/i-20-form\/#Do_I_need_an_I-20_to_apply_for_a_USA_student_visa\" >Do I need an I-20 to apply for a USA student visa?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/i-20-form\/#How_long_does_it_take_to_process_an_I-20_form\" >How long does it take to process an I-20 form?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/i-20-form\/#What_should_I_do_after_getting_an_I-20\" >What should I do after getting an I-20?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/i-20-form\/#When_can_I_enter_the_USA_with_an_I-20\" >When can I enter the USA with an I-20?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/i-20-form\/#Do_I_need_an_I-20_form_to_travel_to_the_USA\" >Do I need an I-20 form to travel to the USA?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/i-20-form\/#What_are_the_requirements_for_getting_an_I-20\" >What are the requirements for getting an I-20?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/i-20-form\/#Can_I_get_a_new_I-20_form\" >Can I get a new I-20 form?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_an_I-20_form\"><\/span><strong>What is an I-20 form?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\">Form I-20 is a mandatory document for students who want to study in the USA. It is also known as the \u201cCertificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status\u201d. I-20 is an important form that you will need in your entire student life cycle in the USA. This form helps international students pay their I-901 SEVIS fee, apply for a <strong><a href=\"\/bd\/blog\/usa-student-visa\/\">student visa<\/a><\/strong> at the nearest US embassy or consulate, and travel to the US. Not only that, you must also obtain an I-20 form for the dependents you are planning to bring with you. If your age is under 18 your parents must sign the I-20 form for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_DSO_SEVIS_and_SEVP\"><\/span><strong>What are DSO, SEVIS and SEVP?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\">Previously we\u2019ve discussed I-20 but now you may think about what the other things are like SEVP, SEVIS and DSO. And what is the connection between them with an I-20 form? Alright. Here we go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>SEVP:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Its full form is the Student and Exchange Visitor Program. SEVP is a part of a National security investigation division. It can be considered as a bridge between a government organization and non-immigrant students who want to visit the USA for study purposes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>SEVIS:<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The elaboration of SEVIS is the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System. It is a web-based system used by the US Home Loan Security Department to track or monitor information on the students who come to the USA with F1 and M1 student visas. You must pay the <strong>I-901 SEVIS fee<\/strong> before entering the USA and this fee is valid for 12 months from the date of payment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>DSO<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\">DSO stands for Designated School Officials that serve as a connection between international students, institutions and the US government. It is your biggest resource as an F and M student. DSOs can answer your queries and guide you through the process of studying in the USA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"I-20_form_on_the_type_of_visa\"><\/span><strong>I-20 form on the type of visa<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Previously we\u2019ve discussed the I-20 form to study in the USA and the other basic things to get a form. Now we should discuss which type of visa I-20 is required for. So, here it is-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-a5331a9e wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>F1 student visa- Academic and Language Students<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>M1 student visa- Vocational students<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The I-20 form is issued only to international students having F1 and M1 student visas. Though the forms for these two types of visas are different, they contain the same information. We will discuss it later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mandatory_information_on_an_I-20_form\"><\/span><strong>Mandatory information on an I-20 form<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The I-20 form is mandatory for international students to study in the USA. This form must contain the following information. Such as-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-a5331a9e wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>SEVIS ID number.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Course starting and Ending date.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Program for studying in the US<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Source of Funding<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attendance cost of your preferred institution.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Other personal information.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Requirements_of_an_I-20_form\"><\/span><strong>Requirements of an I-20 form<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to study in the USA you must need to have an I-20 form. But the form also has some requirements and you\u2019ll not get a form without that. So the requirements are-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Get Accepted: <\/strong>You must be accepted by a college or university that is SEVP-certified (Student and Exchange Visitor Program). This means the school is approved to issue the I-20 form.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Verify Your Information: <\/strong>The school must check that your personal details are correct and that you have enough money to cover your expenses while studying in the US.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_I-901_SEVIS_fee_and_why_do_you_have_to_pay_it\"><\/span><strong>What is the I-901 SEVIS fee and why do you have to pay it?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The I-901 SEVIS fee is a mandatory requirement to study in the USA. After getting accepted by a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ice.gov\/sevis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">SEVP<\/a>-certified university, you must pay the I-901 SEVIS fee as soon as possible. This fee is valid for 12 months and you must receive an I-20 form from DSO&nbsp; before paying it. To make the payment, you must have your I-20 form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You need to pay the SEVIS fee if you are:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-a5331a9e wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>An F-1 or M-1 student from a country that requires a visa to enter the US<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An F-1 or M-1 student from a visa-waiver country (before you get to the US)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A non-immigrant in the US wanting to switch to F-1 or M-1 status (before applying for this change)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An F-1 or M-1 student who has been out of status for more than five months<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An F-1 or M-1 student who has been away from the US for more than five months and wants to return to continue studying in the same program<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Documents_Required_to_Pay_the_SEVIS_Fee\"><\/span><strong>Documents Required to Pay the SEVIS Fee<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To pay the I-901 SEVIS fee, you need to provide:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-a5331a9e wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your name, address, date of birth, and email address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your country of birth and citizenship<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The School Code from your I-20 form<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The SEVIS Identification Number from your I-20 form<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_Eligible_for_an_I-20_Form\"><\/span><strong>Who is Eligible for an I-20 Form?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The I-20 form is an important document that proves you are eligible for an F-1 or M-1 student visa in the US. You must keep this form with you during your studies in the US.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You need an I-20 form if you are an international student who is:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-a5331a9e wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A non-immigrant who has never studied at a US school or university<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A non-immigrant planning to transfer from a US secondary school, college, or university<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A non-immigrant changing your current visa status to an F-1 visa<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A non-immigrant returning to the US after being away for more than five months<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_get_an_I-20_form\"><\/span><strong>How do you get an I-20 form?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are applying for an F1 and M1 student visa to study in the USA, you first need to obtain an I-20. Once you are accepted by a SEVP-certified university you will receive an I-20 from DSO. After getting the form you will be registered in SEVIS and must pay the I-901 SEVIS fee. The start date of your program is listed in an I-20 form and you can travel to the US 30 days before your program. Your F1 and M1 visas can be issued 120 days before your program.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_possible_to_get_a_new_I-20_form\"><\/span><strong>Is it possible to get a new I-20 form?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, you can request for a new form I-20 to your DSO only for the following circumstances. Such as-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-a5331a9e wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If the hard copy of the I-20 form is destroyed, stolen or lost.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If your SEVIS status changes from initial to active<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If your personal information changes like a new program of study, optional or practical training etc.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_you_need_the_I-20_form_for_travel\"><\/span><strong>Do you need the I-20 form for travel?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No, you don\u2019t need form I-2o for travel to the USA. You are required to have this form if you are re-entering the US with an F1 and M1 student visa. <strong>For example:<\/strong> If you are a student and want to travel outside of the US and will return to the university after travelling make sure you have your I-20 form with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Words\"><\/span><strong>Final Words<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The USA is the most chosen study destination for international students. Getting a US visa is not so easy. So, if you are planning to study in the USA for the upcoming intake, you can always contact <a href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/\">AIMS Education<\/a>, the best education consultancy firm to study in the UK, USA, Canada and Australia.&nbsp;<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ-Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>FAQ<\/strong>-Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-faq-block \\&quot;wp-block-rank-math-faq-block\\&quot;\"><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_an_I-20_form-2\"><\/span><strong>What is an I-20 form?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"rank-math-answer\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> Form I-20 is a mandatory document for students who want to study in the USA. It is also known as the \u201cCertificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status\u201d<\/div><\/div><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_I_need_an_I-20_to_apply_for_a_USA_student_visa\"><\/span><strong>Do I need an I-20 to apply for a USA student visa?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"rank-math-answer\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> Yes, the I-20 is a mandatory document for international students to apply for the F1 and M1 student visas.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_to_process_an_I-20_form\"><\/span><strong>How long does it take to process an I-20 form?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"rank-math-answer\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> After confirming all the required documents it will take 2 or 3 weeks to issue an I-20. You will get an initial copy of this form once it is prepared.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_I_do_after_getting_an_I-20\"><\/span><strong>What should I do after getting an I-20?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"rank-math-answer\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> You should pay the I-901 SEVIS fee as early as possible after getting an I-20 from the DSO as scheduled for the US visa.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_can_I_enter_the_USA_with_an_I-20\"><\/span><strong>When can I enter the USA with an I-20?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"rank-math-answer\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> With an I-20 you can enter the USA 30 days before your program start date. You will be asked to show your I-20 form at the port by a US customs officer.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_I_need_an_I-20_form_to_travel_to_the_USA\"><\/span><strong>Do I need an I-20 form to travel to the USA?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"rank-math-answer\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong>\u00a0 No, I-20 is required only if you have an F1 and M1 student visa. You are required to have this form if you are re-entering the US with an F1 and M1 student visa. <strong>For example:<\/strong> If you are a student and want to travel outside of the US and will return to the university after travelling make sure you have your I-20 form with you.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_requirements_for_getting_an_I-20\"><\/span><strong>What are the requirements for getting an I-20?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"rank-math-answer\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> As an international student I-20 is a must-have document to study in the USA. You\u2019ll get this form if you can fulfil the following requirements. Such as-<br><br>Get accepted by an accredited college and university<br>Provide correct and up-to-date information<br>Having a sufficient amount of money to pay the tuition fees<\/div><\/div><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_get_a_new_I-20_form\"><\/span><strong>Can I get a new I-20 form?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"rank-math-answer\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> Yes, You can apply for a new form I-20 only for the following circumstances. Such as-<br><br>If the hard copy of the I-20 form is destroyed, stolen or lost.<br>If your SEVIS status changes from initial to active<br>If your personal information changes like a new program of study, optional or practical training etc.<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you are thinking about studying in the USA, you must hear about the Form I-20.&nbsp; I-20 is a \u201cCertificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status\u201d. All the students having F and M to study in the USA need an I-20 form. 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